Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
Spend a relaxing evening dining on wines and snacking on cheeses and meats, in this charming local eatery. A favourite amongst the locals who are getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this nearly hidden basement restaurant fills up fast, so make sure you get there as close to opening time as possible. ( Around 4/5 pm, depending on the day of the week).
185 locals recommend
Pickles
60 Broughton StSpend a relaxing evening dining on wines and snacking on cheeses and meats, in this charming local eatery. A favourite amongst the locals who are getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this nearly hidden basement restaurant fills up fast, so make sure you get there as close to opening time as possible. ( Around 4/5 pm, depending on the day of the week).
The epitome of fine dining, this Michelin star restaurant located within the iconic Balmoral Hotel, will be the culinary highlight of any vacation. Go all out and select their tasting menu showcasing Scottish cuisine at its finest. Unlike many fine dining restaurants of this calibre, you will not be leaving hungry. Reservations are a must.
11 locals recommend
Number One
1 Princes StThe epitome of fine dining, this Michelin star restaurant located within the iconic Balmoral Hotel, will be the culinary highlight of any vacation. Go all out and select their tasting menu showcasing Scottish cuisine at its finest. Unlike many fine dining restaurants of this calibre, you will not be leaving hungry. Reservations are a must.
Take in Edinburgh from above, with this brasserie situated at the top of Harvey Nichols. Overlooking Saint Andrews Square, the brasserie is an ideal place to enjoy a relaxing breakfast on a top floor balcony ( weather permitting) providing views of Edinburgh Castle and the Firth of Forth.
84 locals recommend
Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Brasserie and Bar
30-34 St Andrew SquareTake in Edinburgh from above, with this brasserie situated at the top of Harvey Nichols. Overlooking Saint Andrews Square, the brasserie is an ideal place to enjoy a relaxing breakfast on a top floor balcony ( weather permitting) providing views of Edinburgh Castle and the Firth of Forth.
If you wanting a budget friendly italian meal minutes walk from your apartment, Mama Roma is sure to have something to fit all appetites. This can get busy just before a show is about to start in the Edinburgh Playhouse, due to it's close proximity, so try and wait until the show has become.
9 locals recommend
Mamma Roma
4-7 Antigua StIf you wanting a budget friendly italian meal minutes walk from your apartment, Mama Roma is sure to have something to fit all appetites. This can get busy just before a show is about to start in the Edinburgh Playhouse, due to it's close proximity, so try and wait until the show has become.
Drinks & Nightlife
A must do location for drinks with friends in this iconic former bank. If the main room ( Grill Room) is too busy, try dropping into the club room on the left, usually much quieter and easier to get a seat in.
285 locals recommend
The Dome
14 George StA must do location for drinks with friends in this iconic former bank. If the main room ( Grill Room) is too busy, try dropping into the club room on the left, usually much quieter and easier to get a seat in.